Morcheeba have shown some thoroughbred musical form over the past few years, so it seems appropriate that they have been backed to top the bill for a weekend of music at Ascot Racecourse this weekend.

Morcheeba have shown some thoroughbred musical form over the past few years, so it seems appropriate that they have been backed to top the bill for a weekend of music at Ascot Racecourse this weekend.

The soulful favourites will provide the live entertainment following Saturday's prestigious Blue Square Shergar Cup at the racecourse, while former Spandau Ballet stars Hadley, Norman and Keeble play the following day.

Providing the support for both acts will be Paul Carrack's backing band, The Dynamite Brothers.

Morcheeba are best known for their top 10 albums Big Calm and Fragments of Freedom and the Ascot event is one of only four UK tour dates they will play this year.

Backing your judgement with a flutter on them this Saturday might just be the most sure-fire winner you are ever going to get.

Tickets for Saturday (day's racing and concert) are £15 and £20, while Sunday's racing and concert is priced £12 and £17. Bookings can be made on (01344) 876 876 or through the racecourse website at www.ascot.co.uk.